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A$AP Rocky’s Ex-Friend A$AP Relli Testifies, ‘Can’t Believe He Pulled Gun On Me’
A$AP Rocky Assault Trial
‘You Better Use That S***!!!’
A$AP Relli Testifies About Gun Standoff
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A$AP Rocky‘s alleged victim, and former friend, says he couldn’t believe Rocky would pull a gun on him, and he boldly dared him to pull the trigger.
A$AP Relli took the stand Tuesday in the rapper’s assault trial, and recounted the moment he first saw the gun Rocky allegedly pulled on him during their heated 2021 arguemnt.
Relli, whose government name is Terell Ephron, told the jury it all unfolded very quickly, and upon seeing the gun he blurted out, “You better use that s**t, what the f**k you got a gun for?”
He testified, “I was willing to die for my respect. If this is what you want to do, I still have my dignity.”
He says the day before the alleged shooting he was present for a phone call between Rocky and A$AP Bari where Rocky talked crap about him with Bari — and his friendship with Rocky, which started in high school, had deteriorated.
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The next day, Relli claims Rocky started blowing up his phone while he was asleep — which was unusual because he claims Rocky rarely reached out to him — and he woke up to a FaceTime from Rocky.
Relli claims Rocky had texted him, “Let’s get to it … stop ducking my calls” … while he was asleep, which he interpreted as Rocky wanting beef.
He claims Rocky asked him where he was, made him show the Hollywood hotel where he was staying and showed up shortly with 2 “goons” by his side. While they argued, he says Rocky pulled the gun from his waistband and pulled the trigger … with a bullet grazing Relli’s knuckles.
As for Rocky’s attorney claiming the gun was a movie prop and could not fire the ammo found on the scene — Relli testified he’s never seen Rocky with a prop gun, or any gun, for that matter, prior to that day.
Court ended for the day with Relli still on the stand, so expect more testimony Wednesday morning … when, as TMZ first reported, Rihanna, Rocky’s partner and mother of his 2 kids, will be seated in the gallery to support her man.
Rocky is charged with 2 felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm and is facing a maximum of 24 years in prison, if convicted. He pleaded not guilty and has already rejected a plea deal.
Joe Tacopina, Rocky’s attorney, has called Relli’s allegations bogus … claiming Relli is trying to extort Rocky.
The trial’s been pretty interesting so far … there was testimony from ‘RHOB’ star Erika Jayne‘s son, a LAPD officer who arrived at the scene.
Rihanna
High Fashion in High Stress …
First Courtroom Sketch From Court Revealed!!!
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12:30 PM PT — The first image of Rihanna in court has finally been released … and, while many fans were hoping for a photograph, right now all they’re getting is a sketch.
A courtroom artist drew Rihanna … capturing her in the white top and earrings which we previously reported she was wearing.
The court’s currently on break for lunch after a contentious morning between A$AP Relli and A$AP Rocky‘s attorney Joe Tacopina … and, the intense energy in the room shows no sign of slowing down after lunch.
Rihanna’s standing by her man in court … arriving for the fourth day of A$AP Rocky’s trial in his assault case in a fashionable outfit.
The singer-songwriter’s sitting in the gallery in between Rocky’s mother and sister … wearing a button-up white top, skinny black tie, black work pants and black point pumps — accessorizing with a pair of big gold hoop earrings.
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She’s letting her hair down, parting it to the right … looking at people when they talk — no mask and no glasses on in the court. Rocky arrived at the courthouse in an all-black suit this morning … but, he and RiRi appeared to pull up separately, just like they did yesterday. They did leave together on Wednesday though.
Rihanna’s apparently famished too … snacking on some kind of bar or brownie while waiting for proceedings to kick off. Unclear if she missed breakfast to get to the trial or if she’s stress eating — but, it’s definitely no Giorgio Baldi.
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We’re told Rihanna looks more relaxed today than yesterday — it’s a much smaller crowd in the courtroom today — but, she’s also all business … not cracking a smile or giggling at jokes others in the room find amusing. No photogs have been able to get RiRi on camera so far.
Of course, we told you Rihanna planned to attend the trial this week … and, pulled up yesterday too — sitting in the front row of the gallery while A$AP Relli, the man accusing Rocky of shooting him, testified.
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Text messages sent between Rocky and Relli were presented to the court … and, Relli also revealed his life has been a “living hell” since the alleged shooting in 2021.
Rocky is facing two charges of assault with an automatic firearm — and, if convicted, Rocky faces up to 24 years in prison.
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Joe Tacopina — Rocky’s defense attorney — has maintained Rocky couldn’t shoot Relli … ’cause the gun he had in his hand on the night of the alleged assault was actually a prop gun.
In court Thursday, Tacopina is expected to cross-examine Relli … though the judge began the hearing by asking the cameraman to turn off the camera filming the proceedings.
Ben Affleck
Donut Miss My DunKings Comeback!!!🍩
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Super Bowl Sunday’s shaping up to be a touchdown for Ben Affleck — ’cause looks like he’s back in the game with The DunKings!
Peep these pics of Ben in L.A. Wednesday, pulling up with a Dunkin’ “DunKings” tracksuit in hand, and later slipping it on — basically doing everything but officially confirming he’s back for another sweet campaign.
To keep the Dunkin’ love flowing, Ben had his go-to cup of the good stuff in hand — and with a sweet $10-mil paycheck last year, it’s no surprise he seems all-in for another commercial.
If you need a refresher, Ben went full Dunkin’ last year in a 30-second Super Bowl ad, working the drive-thru in the bright orange trackies with Matt Damon and Tom Brady, AKA, “The DunKings.”
Oh, and let’s not forget Ben’s then-wife, J Lo, also made a cameo in the ad. So, who knows what kind of delicious surprises are in store if he makes his Super Bowl comeback this year!
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